Congratulations Graduates!

Congratulations Covenant Graduates!

 

 

Summer

There are still a few spots in Covenant Big and Little Camps. For more information see Christy. And don't forget to sign up for the Covenant VBS. It's such a fun-filled week here on campus. VBS CDs are available in the office for $10, cash or check.

 

If you need more ideas for a fun-filled summer - check out Austin Monthly's guide for just that. It's full of everything Austin has to offer.

 

Fall Enrollment

Space is available for 2015-2016 in our three's and five’s (Transitional Kindergarten) classes. If you know interested families, please point them to the applications. 

 

Thank you for a wonderful year! 

 

 

Rain, Rain Go Away

The Bible Concept this week is: God Made Me So That I Can Do Good Things.  And the Bible Verse is: "God made us to do good."

 

Save the Date

Thursday, May 14 - PAT Meeting at 9:15am
Thursday, May 14 - Elephants, Pandas and Giraffes Water Day (weather permitting-see your child's teacher for weather updates and Water Day instructions)
Friday, May 15 - Bears and Lions Field Trip
Tuesday, May 19 - Make-up Pizza Day for Thursday Pizza Eaters only
Wednesday, May 20 - LAST Day of school and Graduation

 

A note from Ms. Barb:

I invite you to visit the web site that I started several years ago to give

parents and their children access to the songs that we are singing in music

class and chapel. Unfortunately, I have not updated it recently. However, on

this site you will find numerous songs that are already posted for you.

The site is organized so that you can search various categories for songs,

such as by music class or chapel, by age of the child, by active or quiet

songs, and by unit number. You can also search by song title. Also included

are the chapel and music lesson plans for each unit, as well as other items of

interest (listed under “Music Notes”). For each song, there is a link to the

words and motions.

Just go to “www.missbarb.org” and enter user name “music” and password

“pr3sk00l” (00l is zero zero and lower case “L”). I hope that you will enjoy

this with your children!

-Barb Miaso

Happy Mother's Day

May is full of activity at Covenant. This week the children heard Pastor Thomas tell the story of Noah filling the ark and that "God Made Us to Do Good". What a joyous message of God's love for us.

 

Save the Date
Thursday, May 7 and Friday, May 8 -- Mom's Day Events
Thursday, May 14 - PAT Meeting at 9:15am
Thursday, May 14 - Elephants, Pandas and Giraffes Water Day
Friday, May 15 - Bears and Lions Field Trip
Tuesday, May 19 - Make-up Pizza Day for Thursday Pizza Eaters only
Wednesday, May 20 - LAST Day of school and Graduation

 

Suncreen!

The teachers have asked that you consider putting sunscreen on your child each morning as they will be spending a significant time on the playground which is sunnier this time of year. But especially don't forget on Water Day next week for the 3s classes.

 

Teacher Appreciation

This week is teacher appreciation. Please take the time to stop and thank your teacher for all that they do. We are so lucky to have such wonderful teachers at Covenant!

It's May Already!

Can you believe it's May already?!

 

Save the Date
Friday, May 1 - Lions, Tigers and Bears Water Day
Monday, May 4 - Five-year-old Parent/Teacher Conferences
Thursday, May 7 and Friday, May 8 - Mom's Day Event in FEB Lobby just after drop-off
Thursday, May 14 - PAT Meeting at 9:15 Thursday, May 14 - Elephants, Pandas and Giraffes Water Day
Wednesday, May 20 - LAST Day of school and Graduation
 

Water Days This Week and Next - SUNSCREEN required!
Please note that while we request sunscreen to be applied on these special days, this is the time of year when it is a good idea to apply it EVERY DAY.  The shade on both playgrounds has shifted and your children are in the direct sun much more frequently.  One of our teachers pointed out that it would be a good idea to recommend daily application.  The staff is not able to apply sunscreen so you will need to do it before they enter the classroom.

May 2016 Prepaid Tuition Due THIS FRIDAY, May 1 As part of your enrollment for next year, the May 2016 Prepaid tuition is due by Friday, May 1.  This amount is in lieu of your regular May tuition which you already prepaid upon enrollment last year.  Please submit the lime green form so we know if you are writing a check or plan to use auto-draft.

Covenant Loves Moms!
As a special Mother's Day treat, we have organized a "mom appreciation" event on Thursday, May 7 and Friday, May 8.  Receive a special surprise at drop-off from your child and join other moms in the 2nd Floor Lobby for breakfast treats, coffee, conversation and fun!

Calling All Artists

Terra Toys, everyone's favorite toy shop, wants to sell your child's art.  See here for this fun new announcement from Terra Toys.

Road to Emmaus

This week begins the new Bible Verse "A friend loves at all times." Proverbs 17:17 and Concept God Helps Us Be Friends with Others. The Bible story is Road to Damascus (Acts 9:1-22)

 

Covenant VBS

Covenant VBS registration has started. It is such a fun-filled week. This year's theme is Everest. If you are interested in signing up, go here.

 

Save the Date

Wednesday, April 15 and Thursday, April 16 - Make and Take activity in FEB lobby
Thursday, April 16 - Grandparents and Special Friends Day at 1:00pm in Room 300 Please email Emily to RSVP this wonderful event.

 

Jesus is Alive

The Covenant Easter Chapel was such a great way to begin Easter celebrations. Thank you to all who helped make it a special event.



Photo Credit: Brook Howe

This week's Bible story is The Road to Emmaus/Jesus is Alive (Luke 24:13-53; Matthew 28:16-20; Acts 1:1-9) The Bible verse is "Sing praises to the Lord." Psalm 9:11

 

Save the Date

Thursday, April 9 and Friday, April 10 - Picture Days with Mr. Dabbs (class and individual) - see the office if you need a sibling envelope.

Wednesday, April 15 and Thursday, April 16 - Make and Take activity in FEB lobby.

Thursday, April 16 1:00pm - Grandparents and Special Friends Day

 

Grandparents and Special Friends Day

Split an ice cream sundae, have your picture taken in our own photo booth and explore your child's classroom on Thursday, April 16!  Invite a Grandparent or Special Friend to this fun event that is open to all 3rd floor students at no charge.  After signing out your child at 1pm, join other friends for refreshments in Room 300.  If a grandparent or special friend is signing out your child for you, please email us with the authorized pick-up name.  You must R.S.V.P. for this event by emailing Emily.  Aftercare is still available on this day until 2:15pm.

 

 

 

Easter

Happy Easter CPP families!

 

We will continue to celebrate the Bible concept Jesus Loves Me So Much That He Died on the Cross and Is Alive Today during the Easter Week. And if you need a few ideas for egg fillers here is a great list of non-food ideas!

 

 

Save the Date

Thursday, April 2 at 9:30am - Easter Chapel (more information below)
Friday, April 3 - Good Friday (School Closed)
Thursday, April 9 and Friday, April 10 - Picture Days with Mr. Dabbs (class and individual) - ENVELOPES FOR PICTURE ORDERS WILL BE DISTRIBUTED THIS WEEK!
Wednesday, April 15 and Thursday, April 16 - Make and Take activity in FEB lobby
Thursday, April 16 - Grandparents and Special Friends Day at 1:00pm in Room 300 (more information to come!)

Easter Chapel and Reception, Thursday, April 2 at 9:30am Our threes, fours and fives have a special Chapel in the Sanctuary NEXT Thursday that is open for all friends and families to attend!  Come hear our children sing their praises to the Lord!  Our wonderful PAT hospitality team will have a reception for parents on the patio immediately following Chapel.  

 

April Fool's

A few fun April Fool's pranks kids will love courtesy of Jordan Ferney at Oh Happy Day! Check out BuzzFeed's list too.

Photo by Paul Ferney from Oh Happy Day!

 

 

Are we all too "busy"?

 

We are all sometimes guilty of overusing the word "busy". I know I am! 6 reasons to stop using "busy" from the Washington Post.

Save the Date
Thursday, April 2 at 9:30am - Easter Chapel (more information below)
Friday, April 3 - Good Friday (School Closed)
Thursday, April 9 and Friday, April 10 - Picture Days with Mr. Dabbs (class and individual) - ENVELOPES FOR PICTURE ORDERS WILL BE DISTRIBUTED THIS WEEK!
Wednesday, April 15 and Thursday, April 16 - Make and Take Easter Parent activity in FEB lobby
Thursday, April 16 - Grandparents and Special Friends Day at 1:00pm in Room 300 (more information to come!)

Easter Chapel and Reception
Thursday, April 2 at 9:30am Our threes, fours and fives have a special Chapel in the Sanctuary NEXT Thursday that is open for all friends and families to attend!  Come hear our children sing their praises to the Lord!  Our wonderful PAT hospitality team will have a reception for parents on the patio immediately following Chapel.  It's a great way to celebrate that Christ has risen! 

Spring has Sprung!

 

 

Happy Spring Covenant Families!

Welcome back to school. Hopefully everyone is feeling refreshed after the break. The weather certainly doesn't hurt. It feels like Spring outside. Let this be a reminder to update your child's backup clothes for the warmer weather.

 

Jesus Enters Jerusalem

This week's bible story is Jesus Enters Jerusalem (Matthew 21:1-11, 15-16; Mark 11:1-10). This begins the Bible unit Jesus Loves Me So Much That He Died on the Cross and Is Alive Today.

 

Soccer Shots

The final session of Soccer Shots after school program begins this Wednesday. There are still spots left. If you'd like to sign up go here.

 

Save the Date

Thursday, March 26 - PAT Meeting

Thursday, April 2 - Easter Chapel

 

Fiesta Covenant Update

We had another successful fundraiser on Saturday, March 7!  Preschool friends and supporters joined together at Santa Rita Cantina for a night of fun, fellowship and fundraising.  It was an amazing event that raised over $16,000. Thank you to each and every family who contributed time, energy and of course funds to help keep our school operating. Covenant is a true non-profit and we rely on every dollar raised to keep our program functioning and to offer enrichment opportunities such as Music and Spanish.  This event was made possible all through the hard work of other Covenant Parent Advisory Team members and Covenant teachers and staff. Thank you to everyone!



Jesus is My Friend and Helper

This week there is so much to celebrate! March 2 is Dr. Seuss's birthday and Texas Independence Day. The classrooms will surely be filled with lovely rhymes and fun stories. This week begins a new bible unit Jesus is My Friend and Helper with the verse "The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid." Hebrews 13:6. This week's Bible story is: Jesus Loves Zaccheus (Luke 19:1-10). You may here songs "God Will Help You", "Bigger Than Big" and "Christ the Lord Is Risen Today" from your joyous singers.

 

Fiesta!

Fiesta Covenant is this Saturday, March 7. If you haven't purchased your tickets visit the office now or click here. Childcare reservations must be made by Wednesday, March 4!! It's going to be such a fun night. Don't miss out! The Covenant classes have made some amazing auction projects. Make sure you don't miss the opportunity to take one home.

 

 

 

Camps

There's still room in both Big and Little camps this summer. And also, the 5-day Kindergarten Camp in August. Stop by the office for a form.

 

Save the Date

Saturday, March 7 - FIESTA Covenant

Wednesday, March 11 - Thursday, March 12 - Make and Take in the Lobby

Monday, March 16 - Friday, March 20 - Spring Break

Thursday, April 2 - Easter Chapel

 

 

 

Lent Begins

Covenant children continued this week with the Bible concept God Wants me to Love and Care for Others and verse "Let us love one another." I John 4:7. This week's Bible story is One Man Thanks Jesus (Luke 17:11-19). This week also marks the beginning of Lent. Everyone should have received Traci Smith's Lenten Family Practices Calendar at the cubby. If you misplaced your copy, download a copy here. Traci Smith also offers a blank calendar if you'd like to customize your family's Lenten practices.

 

 

Fiesta Covenant!

Fiesta Covenant is Saturday, March 7 at 5:30pm. Please plan on attending this fun night out at Santa Rita Cantina! Tickets are $50 per person or $90 per couple and are on sale now. Childcare at Covenant is included. Make your childcare reservations by Wednesday, March 4. Children will have a pizza dinner and watch a movie.

 

Extended Care, FUN Fridays and Enrichment Mondays

Forms are out now to sign up for March extras. Drop-in is available for Extended Care, morning and afternoon, and FUN Fridays (for threes). Enrichment Mondays (for fours) is a full class day featuring Science, Cooking, Movement or Art. This class needs at least five kids to sign up in order to go. Please email Christy with your interest.

 

 

Love is in the Air

Happy Valentine's Week!

 

 

It seems love is everywhere this week. But this is especially true at Covenant. The children just wrapped up the Bible concept "God Loves Everyone" singing "I Will Be Glad" and "Jesus Loves Me". The new Bible concept is "God Wants Me to Love and Care for Others" and the verse is "Let us love one another." I John 4:7. They will be hearing the story of The Good Samaritan (Luke 10:25-37) this week and singing "Let Us Love", "Must Be Done in Love" and "Love Each Other"  - lots of LOVE!!!

 

Most classes will be celebrating Valentine's Day this week with parties at the end of the week. As a reminder, we are a NUT-FREE school so it is extremely important that treats to be shared with your child's class NOT contain any type of nuts. Of course, we encourage other items to exchange such as band-aids, stickers, tattoos, etc. which are always nut-free.

 

Save the Date

Tuesday, February 12 - PAT Meeting

Monday, February 16 - SCHOOL CLOSED

Wednesday, February 18 and Thursday, February 19 - Make and Take in the 2nd Floor Lobby

Sunday, March 1 - CROP Walk

 

Fiesta!

Fiesta Covenant, our annual spring fundraiser is March 7 at Santa Rita Cantina! Tickets to the event will be available for purchase very soon. There are many ways to participate from becoming a sponsor, to donating a silent auction item, there are a lot of great ways, you can get involved while directly benefitting the preschool. We even have a grandparent packet we can email directly to your child's grandparents to get them involved.  

 

CROP Walk

In the Spring, communities all over the United States participate in the CROP Hunger Walks. (These began as Communities Responding to Overcoming Poverty (CROP) and today are sponsored by Church World Service (CWS), an international relief agency. Typically 25% of the money raised stays in Austin and the rest provides stays in Austin and the rest provides help for needy people through the world. This year's Austin CROP Walk will be held Sunday, March 1st at Camp Mabry, starting at 2:00. It's an easy 1 mile walk the whole family can participate it. We would LOVE for our CPP families to wear their blue Covenant shirts and represent Covenant! You can sign up and donate online by finding the Covenant Presbyterian Team here. Let's help "End Hunger One Step at a Time". Please contact Laura Hargrave, Presbyterian Women Missions Coordinator, Walker Captain if you have any questions. She can be reached by email or phone at 512-336-0358.

Somebody Needs You

The days are long, but the years are short. If you're needing a little reminder of why we should value these long days with too little sleep, this is a good read. Thank you to Covenant parent, Elizabeth Moore for sharing! "Mommy, Somebody Needs You"

Registration

Good morning Covenant Preschool! This week's Bible story is The Prodigal Son (Luke 15:11-32). The concept is God Loves Everyone and the verse is "I will be glad and rejoice in your love" (Psalm 31:7).

 

2015-2016 Registration

Registration for the 2015-2016 school year has officially begun. You should have received forms Monday morning via email. The deadline to submit forms is Friday, February 6. After current student registration is complete, we will go to the waiting list to begin filling the remaining spaces.  For those of you waiting to get younger siblings in, please be patient with us as we want to make sure our enrollment numbers are accurate before enrolling your child.  It may not be until March that you find out about your additional child’s placement.  In addition, priority placement for T/TH or W/F Child’s Day Out class schedules are determined by the order in which the registration form is received.

 

Parent Education

Don't forget about this week's parent education opportunity. On Wednesday, January 28 11:30-1:00pm in Covenant Hall room 208, Traci Smith will share parts of her book, Seamless Faith. You will learn easy, meaningful and innovative ideas for creating ritual and tradition in your home and books will be available for purchase. Please RSVP to Emily Taylor if you are planning to attend.

 

Parent/Teacher Conferences

Reminder: School is CLOSED for Parent/Teacher conferences Thursday, February 5 and Friday, February 6. Please see your child's teacher for conference times. Childcare will be available during your child's conference with an advance reservation by emailing Covenant Childcare.

Fiesta!

Did you get your Fiesta maraca last week? This “save the date” for the FIESTA Covenant annual fundraiser on Saturday, March 7^th has all the information you need for this adults-only social event and silent auction at Santa Rita Cantina that raises money for the preschool’s operating budget. And childcare is provided! Below are downloadable versions of all the forms and information in the packet. Please read through all of the information, as our PAT and fundraising committee are already hard at work to make it another spectacular event!

 

 

Fiesta Covenant Information Packet

Fiesta Covenant Sponsor Form

Fiesta Covenant Silent Auction Form

Fiesta Covenant Grandparent Form

 

Some forms are available as online forms with no need to print and bring to school. See the links below:

Silent Auction Online Form

Sponsor Online Form

 

 

Thank you for all that you do to make Covenant such a wonderful place for our children! We appreciate your help!

 

The Lost Sheep

This week's bible story is The Lost Sheep (Matthew 18:11-4; Luke 15:1-7). And the Bible verse and concept is God Loves Everyone " I will be glad and rejoice in your love." Psalm 31:7

 

Parent Education Lunch

Wednesday, January 28 11:30am-1:00pm

Covenant Hall 2nd Floor Conference Room

Seamless Faith - Simple Practices for Daily Family Life

Author Traci Smith will share easy, meaningful and innovative ideas for creating ritual and tradition in your home.

Traci Smith has spent more than thirteen years helping families find meaningful connections in living their faith together. Traci has a Master of Divinity degree from Princeton Theological Seminary and is pastor of Northwood Presbyterian Church in San Antonio, where she lives with her husband and two sons.

Lunch is free to attend. Please RSVP to etaylor@covenant.org Bring a sack lunch if you wish. Beverages will be provided.

Childcare is available with reservations by emailing 48 hours in advance to childcare@covenant.org

 

 

John Baptizes Jesus/Chooses Helpers

Brrr...It's cold outside. Please remember to pack extra weather appropriate clothes in your child's backpack as the spare outfit. And also remember to pack gloves, hats, mittens, etc. The kids will be out on the playground whenever weather allows.

Wednesday will be the first chapel of 2015. It's so great to be getting a routine back. This week's bible story is John Baptizes Jesus/Chooses Helps (Matthew 3:13-17; Mark 1:9-11; Luke 3:21-22; John 1:19-34). The verse is "I will be glad and rejoice in your love." Psalm 31:7

 

Below is a coloring page that goes with this week's Bible story. Click here for the full-size, printable image.

 

Welcome Back Covenant Preschool Families!

Welcome back to school. Hopefully everyone enjoyed the Christmas break and is ready to face a brand new year. This weeks' bible concept is God Loves Everyone . And the verse is "I will be glad and rejoice in Your love."

 

 

 

A weather reminder as we begin the colder part of the year: CPP follows AISD's weather reports.  If AISD is closed, CPP is closed.  If AISD runs on a delayed school start, CPP IS CLOSED.